Statue of Liberty Ferry Schedule

To explore the Statue of Liberty National Monument, you will need to take the ferry.

Your Statue of Liberty ferry departs daily from two convenient locations, the Battery in New York and the Liberty State Park in New Jersey.

With your Statue of Liberty tickets, you’ll enjoy round-trip ferry service to both Liberty Island and Ellis Island, making your experience seamless.

Top Tickets

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Manhattan Ferry schedule

Located on the southern tip of Manhattan, this is the popular departure point. If you’re departing from The Battery, your ferry will stop at the Statue of Liberty first, then Ellis Island.

The first ferry from Battery Park is at 9 AM. The last departure from the mainland varies by season.

Return trips

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New Jersey Ferry schedule

Situated in the Central Railroad Terminal of New Jersey, this departure point is often less crowded. For those departing from Liberty State Park, your ferry will stop at Ellis Island first, then proceed to the Statue of Liberty.

The first ferry from Liberty State Park is at 9 AM, with the last departure from the mainland around 5 PM.

Return trips

Liberty Ferry General Timings

The first ferry from the mainland departs at 9 AM in all seasons. Below are the general timings for the Liberty Ferry’s final departure from the mainland and the last return ferry from the island.

Know Before You Board

• The ferry ride to each island is approximately 15-25 minutes.
• Your ticket is good for both islands and allows you to disembark and explore each island’s monuments and attractions.
• The ferry ride offers excellent views of the Manhattan skyline, the Statue of Liberty, and Ellis Island.
• For the best view of the Statue of Liberty on the way to Liberty Island from Manhattan, stand on the right side of the ferry. On the return trip, the left side offers the best views.
• When departing from New Jersey, the left side of the ferry offers the best view of the Statue of Liberty as you sail into New York Harbor, while you can see the Manhattan skyline on your right.
• Onboard facilities include indoor and outdoor seating, restrooms, and a snack kiosk.
• Be prepared for crowds, especially during peak season, which can lead to delays.
• All passengers must undergo an airport-style security screening before boarding.
• To make your experience smoother, travel light. Small purses, fanny packs, and camera bags are allowed.
• Large bags, backpacks, food, and drinks are not allowed inside the Statue of Liberty National Monument and must be stored in lockers for an additional charge.
• Drones are also not permitted inside the park.
• The very last departure from Battery Park only allows a visit to Liberty Island.
• The last departure from Liberty State Park allows you to choose either Liberty Island or Ellis Island, but not both.
• The time printed on your Statue of Liberty tickets is your security check-in and boarding time. You must arrive at least 30-40 minutes before this time (or 1 hour during peak travel season) to allow for security screening. You will not be admitted after your scheduled security check-in time.

Frequently Asked Questions

Here are the most common questions visitors ask before choosing their ferry departure point to visit the Statue of Liberty.